1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Coupe | 911 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 89 L |